Under proposed regulations, sangomas would be required to obtain certification, submit details of their sessions for review, pay annual fees to the government, and only be allowed to practice after age 18 — a marked shift from the current arrangement.

A tall tree of 100 years old and as many feet high is at the center of an Inner Richmond neighborhood feud. The Chronicle writes that the ancient tree, a pine species experts are unable to agree upon, is endangered by the property owner

The Bay Area American Indian Two Spirits (BAAITS) hosted their 5th annual Pow Wow last month at Fort Mason in San Francisco. These days a reintegration has begun and is making positive change in the Bay Area community.